Looking at 15 years!!! Can I hire a private attorney to assist my public defender?

Depending on the case that money may be well spent on an independent investigation and or an expert witness.

1999 p/bargain in CA misdemeanor sexual battery judge didn't order registration . why is state making me? can i take back plea?

The courts say that this is not a violation of the ex post facto provision of the constitution.

How do I find an attorney that practices in MEDICAL MARIJUANA (SACRAMENTO CA)

The difficulty is finding a Dr. willing to testify on your behalf, there are plenty of good defense attorneys in town. Most Dr.s will charge $1000...

My son Is going to Jury court on a intent to seel but he has not been offered a plea bargain.

I would get a second opinion. You may also want to talk to his attorney about hiring an investigator. Public Defender Offices have had major budget...

A preliminary hearing is a hearing designed so a defendants time, energy, and expenses are not wasted on charges that are not likely to go to...

Is the witness allowed to have contact (phone/visitation) with the accused before the actual trial?

Be advised that if you have a conversation with someone incutody that your conversation can/will be monitored by law enforcement. Feel free to go...

Could my charges be dropped before my court date? (19yrs old/CA)

First of all, returning the stolen items is not a defense in California. Human nature being what it is stealing cosmetics makes you a less...

My friend got these charges how long do u think he will get in jail??

Some counties offer what's known as a pre plea report. It's a report drafted by the probation department that recommends a sentence to the court...

Is this a defense to joyriding, trying to deprive someone of their car so that they can't stalk you?

There is some crazy case law out there that says you committed a crime. You need to find an attorney who has a good reputation for being honest and...

You must return to court before you can surrender yourself early. Realize that you are dealing with the government. If you are comfortable with it,...